World no tobacco day

INTRODUCTION
 Tobacco consumption has a long and complex
history that dates back thousands of years. The use
of tobacco can be traced back to ancient times. In
the 20th century, The widespread use of tobacco
expanded further and Tobacco consumption was a
leading cause of deaths. Smoking cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, or using smokeless tobacco products increases
the risk of developing various types of cancers,
including lung, throat, mouth, and bladder cancer.
Seeing approx. 8 million deaths per year due to
tobacco {WHO} introduced WORLD NO
TOBACCO DAY!
 World no tobacco day
 World No Tobacco Day
was launched by the
World Health
Organization (WHO) on
May 31, 1987. Its aim was
to raise awareness about
the negative health effects
of tobacco use and to
advocate for effective
policies to reduce tobacco
consumption worldwide.
VULNEBRALITY OF CHILDREN’S
 All India Institute of Medical
Science {AIIMS} studied the
smoking behavior of more
than 4,500 children, ages 11
to 14 yrs, in Delhi’s 30
schools; nearly 8.5% children
experimented with smoking.
The study noted that the
mean age of intervention is
12 yrs. Some teenagers seem
to smoke because they think
its cool while others smoke
because they think its cool.
Facts
 Mouth cancer
CONSEQUENES-
• Mouth cancer can cause various oral
health problems, including tooth decay,
gum disease, and persistent bad breath.
These issues can affect a person's ability
to eat, speak, or even smile comfortably.
•Tumors in the mouth or throat can
impact the movement of the tongue,
lips, and vocal cords, resulting in speech
difficulties, slurred speech, or changes in
the voice.
•If not detected or treated early, mouth
cancer can spread to other parts of the
body, such as the lymph nodes, neck, or
lungs, leading to further complications
and reduced survival rates.
 MOUTH CANCER
CAUSES-
•Tobacco Use: The most significant
risk factor for mouth cancer is
tobacco use, including smoking
cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and using
smokeless tobacco products like
chewing tobacco or snuff. Tobacco
contains carcinogenic substances that
can damage cells in the mouth and
lead to the development of cancer.
• Alcohol Consumption\ Paan
masala : Regular and excessive
alcohol consumption or Paan masala
is another significant risk factor for
mouth cancer.
 LUNG CANCER
CONSEQUENCES-
•Decreased lung function: Lung
cancer often impairs lung
function, leading to difficulties in
breathing. This can cause
shortness of breath, wheezing,
and a persistent cough.
•Respiratory infections: Lung
cancer weakens the immune
system, making individuals more
susceptible to respiratory
infections such as pneumonia or
bronchitis.
 Lung cancer
CAUSES-
•Smoking: Smoking is the leading
cause of lung cancer, accounting for
85% of all cases. The risk increases
with the number of cigarettes
smoked per day and the duration of
smoking.
•Radon gas: Radon is a naturally
occurring radioactive gas that can
be released from rocks and soil,
seeping into homes and buildings.
Long-term exposure to high levels
of radon can increase the risk of
lung cancer